Job Description
SGS is seeking a full time physicist to join the team in Notting Hill VIC.
Permanent Full-TIme
Based in Notting Hill VIC
Salary $ 88k - 92K
Responsibilities included, but are not limited to:
1. Performing tests on radiation survey meters using appropriate scientific methodologies and preparing scientific reports.
2. Undertake radiation shield design calculations for radiation generating apparatus and radioactive source rooms.
3. Provide radiation protection training, advice, and consultancy to SGS clients.
4. Undertake quality approvals for labs reports from technical officers and provide scientific advice to lab manager where required.
5. Perform radiation dose calculations using appropriate formalism to determine effect of radiation exposure to occupationally exposed workers and the public.
6. Assisting client in developing radiation management plans and processes for limiting radiation exposure to workers and the public.
7. Demonstrate a sound understanding of various radiation monitoring equipment and get actively involved in sales division
8. Provide scientific and technical guidance in the selection and application of radiation monitoring solutions and radioactive isotopes to support SGS Radiation Services sales function
9. Undertakes professional tasks of limited scope as well as complexity ( compliance audits), or as major phases of broader larger assignments.
10. Manages their own project work including job creation and preparation, undertaking site work, data analysis, reporting, quoting, invoicing and liaising with the client on recommendations arising from the project.
11. Undertake laboratory based calibration on radiation monitoring equipment as per NATA and ISO17025 standards (where requested)
12. Preparing audit reports based on environmental and laboratory surveys
13. Reviewing calibration procedures for radiation monitoring equipment
14. Performing investigations test and measurements in labs and industrial sites to determine presence of radioactive contaminants.
15. At all times, comply with SGS Code of Integrity and Professional Conduct.
Qualifications
16. Bachelor’s degree in science (preferably Physics or another related discipline), or previous experience working in a science discipline/ Health Physics experience/ Medical Physics experience
17. Has reasonable understanding of the Victorian DHHS regulatory
18. Has a good basic knowledge of radiation safety principles, developing over time within the role.
19. Able to communicate clearly with clients by email and phone.